Good morning, this is your Spokane Local Frequency for Wednesday, August 20th, 2025.
Today begins with an important moment for our Spokane community. The memorial service for Sergeant Kenneth Salas, who lost his life in the line of duty last week, will be held at the Spokane Convention Center at 1 p.m. The public is invited to honor his memory, but be aware that seating will be limited. In preparation for the service, several major road closures will impact downtown starting around 9 this morning, especially near Division, Monroe, and Spokane Falls Boulevard. If you’re headed through these areas, plan extra time for detours and be patient as our city pauses to pay tribute to a local hero. The Washington State Patrol continues to investigate the tragic incident, and flags across Spokane will fly at half-staff today in Sergeant Salas’s memory.
Looking to get involved in the community or try something new? There’s no shortage of activities around Spokane today and in the coming days. If you’re looking to soak up the last of summer’s vibes with some live music, Zola Restaurant and Music Bar downtown has a packed evening. Tonight, catch Jacob Maxwell performing from five to seven, with more local acts throughout the week, plus open mic nights and a weekly musical meet-up where you might spot Spokane’s up-and-coming talent.
For a mid-week thrill, tonight is the birthday bash at Spokane Tribe Casino. If you’re celebrating in August or just want to try your luck, the casino is giving away up to a thousand dollars in cash prizes every fifteen minutes from five to eight. That could add some extra excitement to your Wednesday evening.
If you’re planning ahead, this weekend’s Millwood Daze in Spokane Valley promises a lively festival atmosphere, and over in Rathdrum, the High Country Cider Fest is ready to showcase regional brews and ciders on Saturday. The North Idaho State Fair is also continuing through the weekend, just a short drive from Spokane—ideal for family fun, food, and classic fair games.
The arts are alive and well this week too, with Art Fest ongoing in Post Falls through Saturday. And for foodies, today’s local news highlights the continued national success of No-Li Brewhouse, whose squash series imperials just swept major honors at the World Beer Awards in England. If all this talk of local produce gets you hungry, The Spokesman-Review has fresh suggestions for making the most of zucchini season without getting overwhelmed by your garden haul.
On the civic front, Spokane’s city council has announced seven and a half million dollars in new funding for affordable housing. Expect to see rehabilitation and construction projects ramping up, providing much-needed options for families across the area.
This has been Spokane Local Frequency. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
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